How to start a business in Alabama

Step 1) Name Your Kentucky LLC

When forming a Kentucky LLC, the first step is to name it. When naming your business, the words ‘Limited Liability Company’ or ‘Limited Company’ should be present in the actual name.

If you are to use abbreviations, Limited Company should be shortened to ‘Ltd Co’. Alternatively, LLC or LC is also allowed. Another important thing to keep in mind when naming your business is the uniqueness of the name. It should not be the same or closely similar to an existing registered business entity at the Office of the Secretary of State.

Step 2) CHOOSE A REGISTERED AGENT

Starting an LLC in Kentucky requires that you also choose a Registered Agent to receive service of process and legal notifications from the state. This KY Registered Agent should meet all the necessary requirements of the state to qualify for the position, allowing you to file your Articles of Organization as well.

A Registered Agent can be a qualified professional or a duly registered business entity whether domestic or foreign. A physical address should be provided as well where all legal notices will be forwarded.

That said, you can hire a Registered Agent service and pay up to $160/year, or get a Kentucky Registered Agent free of charge when you start your LLC with IncFile.

Step 3) file the articles of organization

To legally register an LLC in Kentucky, you need to file an Articles of Organization. You can download an Articles of Organization form from the Secretary of State of Kentucky website.

Important information that pertains to your LLC are required in the form, so make sure to provide all this correctly and concisely for a smoother processing. Before you submit in your application, be sure to double check everything. This can be filed online or by mail.